Cruise Hive is here with another busy week of cruise news updates, including Caribbean delays, travel agent scam, Carnival advisories, and more!
Cruise News Update: Caribbean Delays, Advisories, and More
The Bahamas has announced intentions to develop a brand new cruise port more than 300 miles southeast of Nassau.
Bahamas Planning New Cruise Port Far From Nassau
Reports suggest Royal Caribbean may soon be placing an order for a new, smaller class of ships with Chantiers de l’Atlantique shipyard.
Is Royal Caribbean Preparing Its Next Big Ship Order?
Yet another norovirus outbreak has been reported aboard Rotterdam, causing a slight delay to embarkation for extra sanitizing.
CDC Confirms Outbreak Hits Over 80 People on Holland America’s Rotterdam
Carnival cruise guests don’t like the edible straws, but what alternatives are available and can guests bring their own?
Carnival Guest’s Complaint Over a Simple Straw Sparks Big Reactions
Symphony of the Seas is shortening the visit time to Nassau on multiple sailings to comply with safe speed restrictions.
Why Symphony of the Seas Won’t Stay in Nassau as Long as Planned
The Caribbean nation of Grenada has been upgraded from a Level 2 travel advisory to a Level 3 travel advisory due to rising crime.
US Raises Travel Advisory for Caribbean Cruise Island After New Concerns Emerge
Guests onboard MSC Splendida were advised of intense winds and big waves that may make the end portion of their sailing quite a bit rougher.
MSC Splendida Sends Early Warning to Guests as Conditions Shift
A technical breakdown on P&O’s Britannia forced days in Barbados and multiple cancellations, but the cruise line says no refunds or compensation will be offered.
P&O Cruises Says No Compensation After Britannia Breakdown
Holland America sees a major spike in 2026 Europe bookings, with demand up 30%—and 50% for Northern Europe. Wave Season deals run through January 12, 2026.
Why Holland America’s 2026 Europe Cruises Are Selling Out Faster Than Ever
